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Breaking the Silence
In a single moment Kate's life was changed forever.
After learning that her autistic daughter Megan had been abused at the hands of her own brother, Kate Rose spent years trying to cope with her family's tragedy. She nearly gave up hope when the justice system refused to protect her daughter and was exhausted at the long, drawn-out trial that seemed to go nowhere.
Years later she is finally able to put the past behind her and becomes an advocate for those still living in silence. Taking the stage at the End Violence Against Women Conference, Kate tells the audience how she lived through the worst years of her life, and offers hope to victims still living with their secret.
After learning that her autistic daughter Megan had been abused at the hands of her own brother, Kate Rose spent years trying to cope with her family's tragedy. She nearly gave up hope when the justice system refused to protect her daughter and was exhausted at the long, drawn-out trial that seemed to go nowhere.
Years later she is finally able to put the past behind her and becomes an advocate for those still living in silence. Taking the stage at the End Violence Against Women Conference, Kate tells the audience how she lived through the worst years of her life, and offers hope to victims still living with their secret.
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219 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2013
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June 9, 2013
My 4.5 Star Review
This book touches serious issues that are relevant in our society. Autism in it self is already a serious matter but when you mix it with abuse, rage, and ignorance it becomes a phenomenon that can not be ignored. Breaking the silence is the author's attend to raise public awareness to both and our ability to speak for them that has no voice.
Kate found herself in a situation that no parent must endure, pulled in two when her nine year old daughter was molested by her twelve year old son and as the story progressed we learned by a bastard father. Using her disability to cover their own sick and twisted actions. The court's reluctance to see the actions for what it was and place Megan in harms way every time. With court officials that turns their heads and some who was helpless because of the slow working system. All while Kate seems to fight a loosing battle.
I admired this character the most, torn between her children she stood and fight even if the odds was against her, protecting her girl against those who tried to harm her.
She had to deal with shame and guilt, putting her son away, deal with a abusive ex-husband while creating a safe-haven for Megan and Joe. This man although not a main character was always the support and backbone for Kate's character, urging her on even if it cost him. his love like a warm blanket over Meagan and Kate.
Karen her long time friend was always ready to listen and give solid advice in times of great turmoil.
The story line flowed from one scene to the other in a fast paced manner that kept your attention on the seriousness of the plot. Written with compassion I could sense that the author really cared about this topic bringing it under our attention.
I truly believe that her book will help those in similar situations to break the silence, an appropriate name for the book and take action. Giving them the courage to stand and fight no matter the odds. Some one will listen and help.
This book touches serious issues that are relevant in our society. Autism in it self is already a serious matter but when you mix it with abuse, rage, and ignorance it becomes a phenomenon that can not be ignored. Breaking the silence is the author's attend to raise public awareness to both and our ability to speak for them that has no voice.
Kate found herself in a situation that no parent must endure, pulled in two when her nine year old daughter was molested by her twelve year old son and as the story progressed we learned by a bastard father. Using her disability to cover their own sick and twisted actions. The court's reluctance to see the actions for what it was and place Megan in harms way every time. With court officials that turns their heads and some who was helpless because of the slow working system. All while Kate seems to fight a loosing battle.
I admired this character the most, torn between her children she stood and fight even if the odds was against her, protecting her girl against those who tried to harm her.
She had to deal with shame and guilt, putting her son away, deal with a abusive ex-husband while creating a safe-haven for Megan and Joe. This man although not a main character was always the support and backbone for Kate's character, urging her on even if it cost him. his love like a warm blanket over Meagan and Kate.
Karen her long time friend was always ready to listen and give solid advice in times of great turmoil.
The story line flowed from one scene to the other in a fast paced manner that kept your attention on the seriousness of the plot. Written with compassion I could sense that the author really cared about this topic bringing it under our attention.
I truly believe that her book will help those in similar situations to break the silence, an appropriate name for the book and take action. Giving them the courage to stand and fight no matter the odds. Some one will listen and help.
March 4, 2013
This is a poignant story of one mother's tragedy, tears, and eventual triump after her autistic daughter was abused. The book shows the true extend of a mother's love, and how far she is willing to go to protect her child.
A.L. Daniels brought tears to my eyes, and hope to my heart.
A.L. Daniels brought tears to my eyes, and hope to my heart.
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